Simpler Recycling Compliance Checker

Answer 8 questions about your business waste arrangements. Get an instant compliance gap analysis for the Simpler Recycling requirements (in force since March 2025).

1. How many full-time equivalent (FTE) employees does your business have?

Fewer than 1010 or more

2. Are your premises in England?

YesNo (Scotland, Wales, or Northern Ireland)

3. Do you have a separate collection for dry recyclable materials (paper, card, plastic, metal, glass)?

Yes — we have a separate recycling collectionPartially — some recycling but mixed with general wasteNo — all waste goes in one collection

4. Does your business produce food waste (kitchen, canteen, or food preparation)?

YesNo

5. If you produce food waste, is it collected separately from other waste?

Yes — separate food waste collectionNo — food waste goes in general wasteN/A — we don't produce food waste

6. Are your recycling bins clearly labelled?

Yes — clear signage showing what goes whereNo or unclear labelling

7. Does your waste carrier provide separate recycling collections (not mixing recycling with general waste in the same truck)?

Yes — separate collection vehicles/compartmentsNot sureNo — everything goes in one truck

8. Do you have Waste Transfer Notes or season tickets for each waste stream?

Yes — for every waste streamSome streams but not allNo / not sure

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